I love the product mix of fun and quirky with modern and practical at Caroline McGrath.  Every day items become so much more than a mere necessity.   Glasses which keep your drinks chilled, a milk and sugar set in one,  artwork which doubles as a work board…isn’t that what life is all about- making the most of everything?

Personalised chalkboard wall graphic, £33

For busy families, these chalkboards are brilliant.  Forget trying to squeeze everything onto a calendar- take things one day at a time!

Caroline’s online homeware collection has a strong Swedish influence- a country known for producing modern and quirky design. 

“We have always loved the chic simplicity of Scandinavian design. Our focus on well constructed, beautifully designed home accessories slots perfectly into today’s ethos for ‘buy less, buy better’”.

British Isles Type Map Print in Sheer Slate, £43

I do a bit of screen printing myself and take it from me- soooo much hard work and precision goes into prints like the one pictured above (printed here in the UK).  You never get bored of admiring the intricacy of the patterns.

Heart tableware, from £15

“British homes are loving the modern, sleek feel of good looking products from Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland and Scandi-Brit style is flourishing”.

Normann Copenhagen herb stand, £30

This herb stand certainly beats having randomly-sized potted plants cluttering the window sill!

pssst!! Caroline McGrath is kindly giving away a ‘My Heart’ print in Raspberry Sorbet to one lucky blog reader, worth £43!  Check out the competition below!

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Scandinavian design is quite hard to define, yet it has it’s own distinctive look.  It’s modern, innovative and colourful, whilst also being retro, traditional and folksy. 

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It’s definitely one of my favourite styles at the moment.  Why not add a burst of colour or a bold pattern to your home with some scatter cushions, a rug or a throw?  

These are a few of my favourite Scandinavian home accessories on the market at the moment… so much to choose from!  Think snuggly, chunky knits, warm log cabins and outdoor hot tubs.  Heaven!

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We all need something bright and cheerful in our everyday lives don’t we?  ISAK is a colourful Scandinavian brand of design gifts and co-ordinated home accessories sure to brighten-up any home! 

hand printed cot quilt cover and pillowcase

Designer and founder of the brand, Sandra Isaksson‘s style is unmistakeably Scandinavian with splashes of colour influenced by her heritage and travels.  The patterns are ideal for children and grown-ups alike! 

Penguin turquoise wallpaper 

Some of the prints remind me a little of Orla Kiely…

100% Norwegian wool penguin blanket

dragonfly dress (how cute is this photo?!)

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As you know I’m a sucker for anything that little bit different, and I’m excited to share this delightful company with you all!  The products are so pretty and the website  has a very personal, friendly and down-to-earth feel about it.

Gudrun Sjödén manufactures colourful homeware and clothing using natural materials, based on beautiful Scandinavian design tradition.  Founded in 1976 in Regeringsgatan, Stockholm, the company has become a huge success, with boutiques dotted all around the country.

From Africa to Usbekistan,  Sjödén travels the world visiting suppliers and drawing inspiration for future collections. Their travel experiences are even shared online!

” Home, Autumn 2009 is a fabulous mix of spots, hand-embroidery and block-prints – a rich, colourful collection… “

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